With a history spanning over 2,500 years, Samarkand shines as the crown jewel of Uzbekistan’s travel scene, boasting tourist attractions to rival any city in the world. From the ancient archeological site of Afrosiyob to the breathtaking medieval Registan Square, Samarkand has earned itself the esteemed title of UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you’re considering […]
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After a couple of disastrous years in the tourism industry, 2023 was the year that reignited wanderlust, refueled the airports, and got heads back on hotel pillows. In the first three months of 2023, Kazakhstan saw a staggering 300% increase in tourism, while Uzbekistan recorded a total of 6.6 million tourists, just shy of the
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Tashkent, the capital city of Uzbekistan, is the metropolitan hub of the country and blends old and new Uzbekistan. Visitors to the city can explore traditional life at Chorsu Bazaar, see one of the oldest Quran copies at the Hazrati Imam complex, and ride through some of the world’s most unique underground stations on the
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If you’re planning a trip to Bukhara, a guided tour offers a stress-free way to navigate the city’s rich history. Leave behind the uncertainties of navigating unfamiliar territories and the potential challenges of deciphering local customs. With a knowledgeable local guide by your side, rest assured that you’ll effortlessly breeze through the day, free from
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Bukhara, an ancient city in Uzbekistan, has hundreds of historical landmarks and monuments and welcomes thousands of tourists every year. While most tourists don’t venture beyond the well-trodden monuments of the old city, Bukhara is also renowned in the Islamic world as a pilgrimage site. The city holds particular significance for its ‘seven saints’ or
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If you’re planning a trip to Tashkent there are plenty of hotels to suit all kinds of travelers. From cheap hostels and boutique family-run hotels to international 5 star luxury hotels with swimming pools and spas, Tashkent has every type of hotel sprawled across the city. Choosing the right hotel in the right location can
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If you’re thinking about a trip to Bukhara then you’ll want to make sure you plan what to do and what to see. This ancient city is a UNESCO World Heritage site and in their words is ‘the most complete example of a medieval city in Central Asia’. Walking around Bukhara’s old town, you’ll experience
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If you’re visiting Khiva in Uzbekistan then there’s a good chance you’ll pass through the city of Urgench on your way. Not to be confused with the Urgench across the border in Turkmenistan, this Uzbek Soviet-style city is used as a transport hub by thousands of travelers each year on their way to visit the
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If you’re planning a trip to Khiva in Uzbekistan then you’ll want to know the best area to stay for the perfect trip. Luckily, finding accommodation in Khiva is very simple as most of the hotels and tourist attractions are located inside Khiva’s Old City Itchan Kala. In this article you’ll learn where to stay
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If you’re planning a trip to Uzbekistan’s historical city of Khiva then you’ll certainly want to sample the local cuisine. Although there aren’t a huge number of options for places to eat in the city, this guide will share some of the best restaurants in Khiva. At the end of the article we also share
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